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5. Internship in connection with studies
For whom
Foreign students with a B our L permit who are required to complete a mandatory internship in their course of study must apply to the OCPM for authorisation.
Foreign students residing in another canton must also apply for work authorisation from the OCPM.
Foreign students domiciled abroad who wish to do an internship in Switzerland as part of their studies must apply for a work permit.
When
The application must be submitted before the sart of the internship.
Terms
The internship must be an integral part of the studies (according to the plan submitted).
The duration of the internship must be less than half the duration of the complete studies.
The application for an internship must be filed whether or not the internship is paid.
An internship carried out in an international organisation does not qualify for a legitimation card. It is subject to the same rules as any other internship in the canton.
The student must wait for the work authorisation before starting the internship.
Attachments
- form E duly completed, dated et signed by the beneficiary and the employer
- colour copy of a valid I.D.
- certificate from the school confirming that the internship is an intergral part of the studies.
Price
Payment is made by invoice.
Processing times
Processing times can be consulted on this page: Délais de traitement moyens des demandes déposées à l'OCPM | ge.ch
Your application must be sent by postal mail.